About this role
Unit Secretary/Nursing Attendant - Acute Rehabilitation Unit
- 17 bed unit
- Utilizes nursing and physical medicine therapies in the trans-disciplinary team approach to family-centered care
- Interdisciplinary approach to Performance Improvement, Education, Policy/Procedure and Delivery of Care
- Resources and support for advanced training and certification in Rehabilitation Nursing
- Full time (72 hours biweekly)
- Shift: 12-hour Day (6 am-6 pm)
- Every third weekend
- Eligible for shift and weekend differential
Position Function: As a Unit Secretary, performs the clerical duties on the patient care unit while functioning as the focal communication source at the nursing station. As a Nursing Attendant, functions as an integral part of the patient care team by performing selected patient care treatments and tasks as delegated by licensed nurse. Is accountable for own action in performing duties as assigned and for which they are trained. Included is recognition and understanding of the physical, cognitive and psychosocial changes unique to the age/population group served on the unit.
Qualifications and Standards
Education: Formal Education and Training - High school graduate or the equivalent. Graduate of a nursing educational program preferred.
Experience: Experience applying customer service behaviors and communication skills required. Proficiency in the use of computers, fax machine, and related equipment required. Prior clerical experience in health care setting preferred.
Certifications/Licensure: Basic Life Support (BLS)